With Modin, we started with a simple mission: no compromise. Not in quality, durability, sustainability, or design. The result, a new standard in vinyl flooring that offers full 9-inch wide by 5-foot long planks, a 40 mil (1.0 mm) protective wear-layer, and is backed by a Lifetime Residential Warranty (20-Year Commercial). Learn More View Modin 7FTFlooring Installation & Care Vinyl Flooring When your vinyl flooring is totally installed, you may step back and experience a couple of things: First, you’ll probably awe at the work you’ve done and be proud of the final result. Second, you could look at the dust and glue that remains and lament the task still before you. However, just as installing vinyl flooring is pretty simple, so too is clearing the aftermath. Here are some tips to ensure your home is clean as well as renovated: If you used vinyl flooring products that did not have glueless click lock installation system or an adhesive back, meaning you had to apply glue yourself, excess amounts could leak to the surface.
You might see glue between your seams and want to get rid of it – glue isn’t as pretty as your new floors are. Here’s how to safely remove glue so you don’t ding or dent your beautiful floors: Gather proper tools: You’ll need a scraper, a squirt bottle and solution to get rid of that glue. The solution can be floor stripper or acetone-based nail polish remover. Acetone chemicals help loosen the glue. Other homeowners have even used mineral spirits to assist in cleanup. Spray the floor: Put your stripping solution into a squirt water bottle, then spray a bit on the glue you want to remove. The spray bottle gives you control over the liquid. It’s always a good idea to spot test the solution on an inconspicuous section of your vinyl to avoid potential damage. If you want to be extra careful, you can pour some on a cloth and dab the glue patches. If you’re using a product specifically made for cleaning floors, make sure to read the manufacturer directions for mixing and usage.
Scrape carefully: After your chosen solution has sat for a few minutes (the solution you use will impact the time), grab your scraper. You’ll use it to remove the glue. Place the edge of the scraper against the glue and push it horizontally. Avoid applying downward pressure, as this can damage your new floors. You may have to push the handle a bit to get the glue to budge, though the cleaning solution should help. Clean with water: After all the glue is removed from your floor, you should rinse the space with water. That way, your floor will be free of cleaning chemicals. You can dampen a cloth and wipe it over your tiles so you don’t have standing water. Finally, dry the ground with another towel. You can also do a full mop if you want – you may have to anyway after tracking dirt during the installation process. Although you will have cleaned your room before installing vinyl flooring, you should do so afterward as well. Placing the product could stir up some dust.
Getting rid of dirt is much easier than removing glue. Sweep or vacuum: You can use a regular-old broom to sweep away dust, but you may find vacuuming easier. Use a hose attachment that has bristles. That way, you won’t scratch your vinyl floors. Mop: When working on your vinyl floor installation, you may have worn work boots and tracked mud on the ground. You can clean the surface with a mop. Most vinyl products are very water-resistant, so wet-mopping is OK to do on your new floor. Mix water with a household floor cleaner. Opt for a gentle product to keep your vinyl floors in good shape. In the future, you can care for and clean your vinyl floor with a broom, vacuum or mop. Maintenance for this flooring product is very simple, which is why it’s so popular with homeowners. Vinyl floor installation is easy compared to other products, so cleaning up should be a cinch.Home >> 101 Questions Series >> We get asked a lot if you need to glue vinyl flooring down. What many people don’t seem to know is that whether you glue it down or not depends!
There are a few types of vinyl flooring, each with a unique installation process. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the manufactures installation instructions and options prior to purchasing and installing. Here are the top three installation types for vinyl flooring! Click Lock Vinyl Flooring Click Lock vinyl flooring actually has a locking system – making installation as easy as simply clicking the planks together. This installation method does not require any glue. Installation will only require a vapor barrier underlyament (depending on your subfloor) and possibly some installation tools. Glue Down Vinyl Flooring As the name states – glue down vinyl flooring does require glue. This installation method can be cheaper but is not as quick and simple as click lock vinyl flooring. Every plank needs to be glues down to the subfloor. This glue down vinyl flooring installation is best for places where the subfloor may not be perfectly even. Loose Lay Vinyl Flooring
Loose Lay vinyl flooring does not require any glue but also does not have a locking system. This vinyl offers the easiest installation as you simply just lay the planks down- one directly next to another – and keep moving forward. It is the simplest method of installation as there is no need for an expansion gap. You must be meticulous in your cuts, however, as the floor planks need to fit to the walls in order to stay properly. Choose your vinyl flooring based on your subfloor’s condition and which installation method sounds most suitable to you. If you have any questions as to which vinyl floor installation method will work best for you, call our representatives at 1-800-520-0961! Learn More About Vinyl Flooring: Can Vinyl be Used in Commercial Applications? Can I Install Vinyl Floors Under Cabinets? Is vinyl flooring anti-slip? *This post was updated from 2015 to give you a better reading experience! Discontinued LVT Products Glue-down LVT Brochure Freelay LVT Brochure
Click to order samples and browse our current LVT offering. Milliken LVT provides superior performance, due in part to our thick Wear Layer and Adámas™ UV-Cured Polyurethane coating, allowing us to provide a 12-Year Limited Commercial Wear Warranty. 1. ADÁMAS™ POLYURETHANE COATING UV-cured coating that provides excellent stain and abrasion resistance, eliminates the need for wax, polishes and harsh chemicals—reduced maintenance costs and improved IAQ 2. TRANSPARENT WEAR LAYER Hard wearing, provides long lasting appearance retention in heavy commercial traffic environments 3. PRINTED LAYER This layer utilizes high definition print film for stunning, eye-perfect, authentic visuals. 4-5. CORE AND BACKING LAYERS Our high vinyl content core and backing ensures, excellent dimensional stability, impact resistance and durability. Wear Layer Thickness28 mil (0.7 mm) Overall Thickness.100” (2.5 mm) Milliken Commercial LVT Warranty